As summer heats up, dive into the local cool spots
FROM STAFF REPORTS
BERTRAM — While the first day of summer isn’t officially until June 21, that doesn’t mean anything in Central Texas. With temperatures already in the mid- to upper 90s and schools out, for all intents and purposes, it’s summer in the Highland Lakes.
And what better way to cool off than with a dip in the pool. If you don’t have a backyard oasis in this Texas heat, don’t fear. Several local communities offer great places for school-free kids to burn off some of that pent-up energy.
So, without further adieu, here’s a list of some of the local pools and water parks available for summer fun.
BERTRAM
The pool, located off Texas 29 on the west edge of town, is open through Aug. 15. Hours are 1-6 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and 1-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Entry is $2 per person. It is available for parties. Call (512) 355-2197 for more information.
BURNET
The splash park is located behind the YMCA of the Highland Lakes at Galloway-Hammond, 1601 S. Water St. (U.S. 281.) It’s a city facility and open to the public. There is no charge.
The YMCA has an indoor aquatics center open 5 a.m.-8 p.m. (closed 1-3 p.m.) Monday-Thursday; 5 a.m.-7 p.m. (closed 1-3 p.m.) Friday; and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday. A non-member day pass is $5 for individuals 18 and older (includes pool and facility); $3 for youth 3-17 (includes pool and facility); and free for kids younger than 3. The pool facility is available for rent. Go to www.ymcagwc.org/burnet for a complete pool schedule and rental information.
LLANO
The Llano city pool is in Robinson Park, located about two miles west of downtown Llano on FM 152. Hours are noon-1 p.m. for lap swim and 1-7 p.m. for open swim. Lady water aerobics is 7-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. The pool is open every day but Monday.
Admission is $3 per person; $70 for a single season pass; and $120 for a family season pass. The facility is available for parties at $50 per hour. Call (325) 247-4060 for more information.
MARBLE FALLS
The pool, which includes a nearby wading area, is located at 307 Buena Vista Drive. It’s open daily from noon to 6 p.m. through Aug. 24. Adult lap swim is 11:30 a.m.-noon Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Regular admission is $4 for individuals 13 and older; $2.50 for children 3-12; and free for children younger than 3. A season family pass is $100.
Discounted admission for 20 tickets is $64 for individuals 13 and older and $40 for children 3-12.
Children under 11 must be accompanied by someone who is at least 18 years of age.
The pool is available for party rentals. Swim lessons also are offered. Call the parks and recreation department at (830) 798-6250 for more information.
JOHNSON CITY
The pool, located on North Nugent Avenue (Spur 356), is open noon-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. It is available for private parties. Call city hall at (830) 868-7111 for rental information. The pool’s phone number is (830) 868-4281.
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